The responsibilities of the Governing Council are multifaceted and far-reaching. They encompass:

1. Strategic Direction: Setting the strategic direction and long-term goals of the institution, ensuring alignment with its mission and vision.
2. Policy Formulation: Formulating and reviewing institutional policies, regulations, and guidelines to promote academic excellence, institutional integrity, and operational efficiency.
3. Financial Oversight: Providing oversight of the institution’s financial affairs, including budget approval, financial planning, and resource allocation to support academic and administrative functions.
4. Leadership Appointment: Appointing and evaluating the institution’s top leadership, including the president, chancellor, or chief executive officer, and providing guidance on succession planning.
5. Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and challenges facing the institution and developing strategies to mitigate risks, ensure institutional resilience, and safeguard its reputation.
6. Stakeholder Engagement: Engaging with stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, government agencies, and the broader community, to foster collaboration, support, and partnerships.
7. Accountability and Compliance: Ensuring accountability and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and ethical principles governing institutional operations.
8. Promotion of Diversity and Inclusion: Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the institution’s governance structure, policies, and practices to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of the community.
9. Strategic Partnerships: Cultivating strategic partnerships with industry, government, non-profit organizations, and other educational institutions to enhance academic programs, research collaborations, and experiential learning opportunities.
10. Institutional Reputation: Safeguarding and enhancing the institution’s reputation as a center of excellence in education, research, and community engagement through effective governance and leadership.

MEMBERS OF GOVERNING COUNCIL